Senior Clinical Educator, Psychology

• Full-time position (open to part-time, full-time, or job-share arrangements)
• Fixed term to December 2026
• Based in Townsville where you can enjoy a tropical lifestyle whilst achieving your career goals
• Academic Level C: $129,607 - $148,787 per annum plus 17% superannuation contributions

James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Educator in Psychology to join the JCU Psychology Clinic based at the JCU Townsville Bebegu Yumba Campus.

We are offering flexible employment options for this role, including part-time, full-time, or job-share arrangements. We are committed to finding a solution that suits both the successful candidate and our team, ensuring a balance between professional and personal needs.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role of Senior Clinical Educator, Psychology involves effective leadership within the JCU Psychology Clinic situated on our Townsville Campus. As the Clinic Lead, your role focuses on providing primary clinical supervision for our postgraduate students. Your responsibilities will extend to the day-to-day educational activities of this dynamic clinic, ensuring the seamless operation of the clinic, nurturing client referrals and fostering relationships with external stakeholders. You will also make valuable contributions to the program which enables postgraduate students to meet their professional graduate competencies.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology, endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist, recognition as a board-approved supervisor, and relevant experience are minimum requirements for supervising students in the Clinical Program.
• Proven experience in providing quality supervision to provisionally registered psychologists.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills in people and resource management, fostering a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Strong leadership experience in managing relationships with stakeholders at various levels, including industry representatives, consultants, and clients.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage with a diverse range of individuals and build collaborative working relationships with stakeholders.
• Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, and administrative abilities, with a proven track record of prioritising tasks, meeting competing deadlines, and exercising sound judgment and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to review and implement business improvement strategies that enhance the effective and efficient use of resources.

Special Conditions

• It is a requirement of this position to:
  • hold and maintain ongoing registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist noting that endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist is required to provide supervision within the Clinical Program.
  • be a Board-approved supervisor registered with the Psychology Board of Australia

ABOUT PSYCHOLOGY AT JCU

Psychology at James Cook University (JCU) focuses on understanding human behaviour and mental processes, with a commitment to improving health and well-being in tropical, rural, and remote communities. JCU offers world-class education and research opportunities, preparing students for diverse careers in clinical, health, and research settings. With a strong emphasis on real-world experience, JCU Psychology graduates are equipped to make meaningful contributions to the mental health and resilience of individuals and communities, particularly in underserved regions.

ABOUT TOWNSVILLE

Providing a laid back tropical lifestyle that is complemented by capital city comforts, no other Australian city boasts the resilience, diversity, lifestyle & economic potential that the Townsville North Queensland Region enjoys. Townsville offers a dynamic lifestyle coupled with strong economic prosperity. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, Townsville’s lifestyle is second to none. Click here for more information on living in Townsville.

WHY JCU?

JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Cash out annual leave options
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave
• A range of flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Professional development support
• Fitness Passport
• Corporate discount on health insurance premiums
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Relocation assistance may be negotiated

HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Click the ‘apply’ button to fill out an application form and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.

If you experience any issues with linking through to the application form from an external job board, please try the following link: https://careers.jcu.edu.au/jobs/senior-clinical-educator-psychology-townsville-qld-australia

Applications close on Monday 28 October at 11:55 PM AEST.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Dr Lauren Shaw on (07) 4781 6076 or via email at [email protected]

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.